12 Exciting Films to Look Out For in 2026
Every year, Nollywood resets its clock with a fresh lineup of films, new worlds, new obsessions, and new stars to root for. FilmOne Entertainment has given audiences a first look at what 2026 might bring, unveiling a slate that feels both commercial and experimental. From character-driven dramas to high-stakes stories of love, loss, and legacy, […]
Kayode Kasum and Atlanta Bridget Johnson Reunite for ‘Fractured’ Premiering at AFRIFF 2025
Kayode Kasum and Atlanta Bridget Johnson have teamed up once again for ‘Fractured’, their third collaboration and Kasum’s latest dive into psychological storytelling. The film will make its official debut at the 2025 Africa International Film Festival (AFRIFF), with a free screening scheduled for November 5 at the Landmark Centre in Lekki, Lagos. ‘Fractured’ opens […]
‘Osamede’ Wins Best Narrative Feature At Silicon Valley African Film Festival
‘Osamede’ has won Best Narrative Feature at the Silicon Valley African Film Festival, taking top honours for a fantasy film that draws its power from the documented history of the Benin Kingdom. The win recognises a film that proves African history offers foundations for epic fantasy storytelling. Set around the 1897 British invasion, ‘Osamede’ follows […]
7 Nollyphiles Imagine Their Perfect Christmas Movies
Christmas is all about good food, family time, and Christmas movies. Many Nigerians also look forward to the festive seasons for the Christmas movies. Many directors are known for their popular Christmas movies. ‘Christmas in Lagos’, directed by Jade Osiberu; ‘A Naija Christmas’, directed by Kunle Afolayan; ‘A Danfo Christmas’, directed by Sebastian Ukwa. We asked […]
How I See Fire Fuels ‘Colours of Fire’ Hype
Anthill Studios sparked attention on October 20, 2025, with the release of I See Fire, a single under its music arm, Anthill Music, with artists Adam Songbird and The Folajomi. The song isn’t just a soundtrack preview; it’s a calculated positioning for the studio’s upcoming Christmas film, ‘Colours of Fire’, directed by Niyi Akinmolayan and […]
Mo Bimpe Adedimeji’s ‘Healing’ Confronts HPV Stigma
In ‘Healing’, actress and producer Mo Bimpe Adedimeji turns her influence toward an often-ignored crisis: the fight against cervical cancer and the stigma surrounding HPV (Human Papillomavirus). The film, which stars her husband, Lateef Adedimeji, alongside Remi Surutu, Bakare Zainab and Kunle Omisore, confronts one of the most preventable yet deadly health issues affecting Nigerian […]
Hanks Anuku Returns to the Screen in Wale Ojo’s ‘This Is Not a Nollywood Movie’
There was a time when Hanks Anuku was one of the most magnetic faces in Nollywood. The headscarves, the sunglasses, the soft growl in his voice and his screen presence carried both chaos and cool in equal measure. Then, somewhere along the line, he disappeared. For years, one of Nollywood’s most recognisable bad boys drifted […]
FilmOne Unveils 26 New Titles at Its 2025 Exhibitor Showcase
FilmOne Entertainment’s 2025 Exhibitor Showcase, themed Lights, Legacy and Leaps, was forward motion for Nollywood’s cinema. Taking the stage, Filmhouse Group CEO Kene Okwuosa announced that Nigerian cinemas have fully moved beyond recovery and entered a growth phase. “People are coming back to the cinemas. Covid is behind us,” he said, adding that Filmhouse Group […]
FilmOne to Manage Amazon MGM Slate in Nigeria
At the Lights, Legacy and Leaps showcase in Lagos, FilmOne CEO Kene Okwuosa stood before a packed room of filmmakers, exhibitors, and press and declared what everyone in the cinema business had been waiting to hear: “Our cinema is beyond recovery. We’re in our growth phase.” It wasn’t just talk. With Filmhouse projecting three million […]
Osas Ighodaro Expands Into Producing With ‘3 Cold Dishes’ and ‘Colours of Fire’
Osas Ighodaro is adding a new title to her name: producer. The actress and media personality has taken on the role of executive producer for two upcoming FilmOne releases, ‘3 Cold Dishes’ and ‘Colours of Fire’, both set for release later this year through her company, Imuetiyan Productions. In ‘3 Cold Dishes’, directed by Asurf […]
Lilian Olubi Calls ‘Osamede’ a Reminder Africans Lost Nothing
When the idea for ‘Osamede’ came to Lilian Olubi, it wasn’t something she planned. “The idea came to me literally in a vision,” she says. “If I were to sit down in my ‘Lilian-ness’ to write a story, this isn’t the format I would have chosen. But it feels now, in retrospect, that God knew […]
Martell’s ‘Swift Diaries’ Offers a Rare Look into Timini Egbuson’s Journey of Reinvention
“I started off in sales and marketing for an e-commerce firm. I was supposed to play it safe. Stable job, good life. But I wanted more, so I quit my job and changed my story,” Timini Egbuson shares in the new Martell Swift Diaries series. Award-winning actor and filmmaker Timini Egbuson takes on a new […]
‘Colours of Fire’: Osas Ighodaro and Uzor Arukwe’s Fiery Chemistry Sets Teaser Ablaze
After captivating audiences with its first-look images earlier this year, Niyi Akinmolayan’s upcoming fantasy drama ‘Colours of Fire’ has now intensified excitement with the release of its official teaser. The film, which had already stirred buzz, drew even more attention after the teaser’s debut during the FilmOne Showcase. Backed by Anthill Studios and FilmOne Studios, […]
NicaPro: Omoni Oboli and Patricia Bebia Launch Groundbreaking Nigeria–Canada Film Partnership
At CBC Television’s Glenn Gould Studio in Toronto, filmmakers Omoni Oboli and Patricia Bebia unveiled NicaPro, a groundbreaking cross-continental film venture set to connect the creative worlds of Nollywood and Canada’s screen industry. The launch also introduced the Future Reel Network, a not-for-profit platform focused on training, mentorship, and collaboration for women filmmakers across both […]
Niyi Akinmolayan’s ‘Colours of Fire’ Set for December Release as FilmOne Entertainment Secures Exclusive Rights
FilmOne Entertainment has acquired the exclusive distribution rights to ‘Colours of Fire’, the new Christmas feature from director Niyi Akinmolayan. Co-produced by FilmOne Studios and Anthill Studios, the film will premiere nationwide on December 24th, just in time for the holidays. Starring Osas Ighodaro, Uzor Arukwe, Femi Branch, Mercy Aigbe, and Gabriel Afolayan, ‘Colours of […]
Wakanow Adds NairaBox to Its Expanding Entertainment and Lifestyle Ecosystem
Wakanow Group, one of Africa’s leading travel technology companies, has acquired NairaBox, a digital entertainment and lifestyle platform developed by JORG Technologies. The move signals Wakanow’s expansion beyond travel into events, food, and leisure, reflecting a broader strategy to build a connected lifestyle ecosystem. Founded in 2015 by Ugochukwu Jay Chikezie, Tokunbo Adetona, and Damilola […]
Olatunji Afolayan’s Guide to Art Direction
Before Olatunji Afolayan became one of Nollywood’s most respected art directors, he was just a boy in Ilorin, Kwara State. After primary school, he moved to Osun State to live with his uncle, who soon discovered he had a talent for art. Afolayan attended secondary school in Ijebu Jesha, where his artistic curiosity continued to […]
Winifred Iguwa’s ‘IDIA’ Screens in the UK Ahead of AFRIFF 2025 World Premiere
Winifred Iguwa’s short film ‘IDIA’ is making its first stop in the United Kingdom this October as part of York St John University’s Black History Month celebrations, before heading home to Lagos for its world premiere at the 2025 Africa International Film Festival (AFRIFF). Shot entirely in the UK, ‘IDIA’ is a 22-minute coming-of-age dance […]
‘To Kill a Monkey’: Would You Survive the Chaos?
If you could live inside any movie, where would you go? Some might choose the glossiness of ‘Christmas in Lagos’ or the swoon-worthy romance of ‘Isoken’. Others might want the drama of ‘The Wedding Party’ or the fantasy of ‘Anikulapo’. However, Kevin Ansi, popularly known as Kevans, a filmmaker, doesn’t want comfort or romance. He […]
‘Son of the Soil’ Moves Release to November 21 as Global Recognition Builds Ahead of AFRIFF
The highly anticipated action drama ‘Son of the Soil’ has officially shifted its cinema release date from October 31 to November 21, 2025. According to Nile Media Entertainment Group, the decision was informed by the movie’s official selection for the Africa International Film Festival (AFRIFF), where it is expected to feature alongside other films in […]
Utica Film Fund: SEC Approves Utica Capital’s ₦20 Billion Film Fund
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has approved the Utica Film Fund, marking another milestone for Nollywood financing; a fully regulated venture capital fund that is structured, transparent, and backed by institutional investors would channel money directly into film production, distribution, and infrastructure. Developed by Utica Capital Limited, the ₦20 billion closed-ended fund will invest […]
Steve Gukas, Dimbo Atiya to Helm NTA’s ‘Cock Crow at Dawn’ Remake With 104-Episode Order
The Nigerian Television Authority (NTA) has announced the remake of the classic television series ‘Cock Crow at Dawn’ after signing an exclusive co-production deal with Steve Gukas’ Natives Filmworks and Dimbo Atiya’s Innovative Television Kontent (ITK). Announced during the 9 PM Network News yesterday, the agreement, which was finalised on October 2, 2025, will see […]
Asurf Oluseyi’s ‘3 Cold Dishes’ Wins Best World Film at 2025 Harlem International Film Festival
Asurf Oluseyi’s ‘3 Cold Dishes’ continues its festival run as the director has confirmed to Nollywire that the film won the Best World Film Award at the 2025 Harlem International Film Festival. Held annually in New York, the Harlem International Film Festival celebrates distinctive global storytelling. Its Best World Film category recognises outstanding international features […]
iKON Africa Expands: Uganda and Nigeria Forge a Pan-African Film Alliance
African cinema is standing at the threshold of a new era, one marked by unity, collaboration, and shared ambition. Leading this charge is iKON Africa, an initiative that has steadily positioned itself as a catalyst for collaboration across the continent. On September 27, 2025, iKON Africa hosted its first-ever Uganda–Nigerian Soirée at EbonyLife Cinemas in […]
Action Xtreme’s ‘Son of the Soil’ Wins Three Awards at Black Star International Film Festival
Action Xtreme’s action-thriller ‘Son of the Soil’ emerged as one of the biggest winners at the 10th Black Star International Film Festival (BSIFF), taking home Best Film, Best Director, and Best International Showcase. The film was also selected as the festival’s closing night feature, a slot reserved for standout titles. Set in Nigeria, Razaaq Adoti […]
The Backlot Launches to Empower Independent Filmmakers
Independent filmmaking in Africa has long thrived on creativity and resilience, but many projects fall short of reaching global audiences due to limited resources and infrastructure. A new entrant, The Backlot, is stepping in to bridge this gap, offering studio-level production support tailored for independent and African filmmakers. Founded by entertainment executive Nky Ofeimun, The […]
Black Star Film Festival Partners with Majestic Cinemas for Cross-Cultural Distribution Across West Africa
The Black Star International Film Festival (BSIFF) and Majestic Cinemas, Ivory Coast’s largest cinema chain, are spearheading a groundbreaking push into Francophone West Africa, joined by Cinekita, a leading post-production and dubbing house. As Africa’s creative economy accelerates, English-speaking filmmakers are setting their sights on new audiences and fresh frontiers. The alliance is designed to […]
Why ‘The Wedding Party’ Made Me Proud to Be a Nollywood Fan
Among all the milestones in Nollywood’s evolution, one film gave media professional Japheth Josiah a rare surge of pride as a fan: ‘The Wedding Party’. In this edition of Nollyphile Life, our series spotlighting Nigerian cinephiles and their love for Nollywood, Josiah reflects on why the 2016 blockbuster resonated so deeply with him, what it […]
Filmhouse Group Partners with Africa Film Finance Forum 2025 to Accelerate Africa’s Creative Economy
Filmhouse Group took a leading role at the Africa Film Finance Forum (AFFF), which returned to Lagos this September with an ambitious agenda: to chart a path toward building a $20 billion film industry that can serve the continent’s 1.4 billion people. Over three days, from 16 to 18 September, filmmakers, investors, distributors and cultural […]
“I’m Coming”: Adesua Etomi-Wellington Signals Her Comeback
Adesua Etomi-Wellington has always felt like more than just an actress to audiences. Fans have witnessed her career glide seamlessly from romantic comedies like ‘The Wedding Party’ to thrillers like ‘The Set Up’ and blockbusters like ‘Gangs of Lagos’. But in recent years, fans have noticed she has been quieter, appearing less frequently on screen. […]